CASA DOS SONHOS (DREAM HOUSE)

Client

Brazil

Location

Lumiar- Rio De Janeiro

Duration

7 anos

Theme

Maximalist - Rustic - Modern

Budget

333,333

Size

100 m²

Nestled in the heart of the Lumiar jungle, this architectural dream is a glass-and-wood sanctuary where luxury meets the wild. Crafted from a symphony of premium Brazilian hardwoods—from the strength of Ipê and Maçaranduba to the aromatic soul of Cedar—the residence features soaring high ceilings and expansive glass walls that invite the forest inside.

Complete with a breathtaking wooden deck that floats amidst the canopy, it is more than a home; it is a masterpiece of light, nature, and craftsmanship.

Key Feature

Premium Brazilian Hardwoods

Built with a masterful selection of Ipê, Maçaranduba, and Cedar for unmatched durability and elegance.

Premium Brazilian Hardwoods

Built with a masterful selection of Ipê, Maçaranduba, and Cedar for unmatched durability and elegance.

Premium Brazilian Hardwoods

Built with a masterful selection of Ipê, Maçaranduba, and Cedar for unmatched durability and elegance.

Immersive Glass Architecture

With floor-to-ceiling walls and a striking glass roof, the home offers a 360-degree connection to the canopy above and the jungle around.

Immersive Glass Architecture

With floor-to-ceiling walls and a striking glass roof, the home offers a 360-degree connection to the canopy above and the jungle around.

Immersive Glass Architecture

With floor-to-ceiling walls and a striking glass roof, the home offers a 360-degree connection to the canopy above and the jungle around.

Floating Jungle Deck

An expansive wooden deck designed for sunset hosting or quiet serenity in the heart of the forest.

Floating Jungle Deck

An expansive wooden deck designed for sunset hosting or quiet serenity in the heart of the forest.

Floating Jungle Deck

An expansive wooden deck designed for sunset hosting or quiet serenity in the heart of the forest.

Voluminous High Ceilings

The towering architecture creates an airy, grand atmosphere that emphasizes the home's connection to the sky.

Voluminous High Ceilings

The towering architecture creates an airy, grand atmosphere that emphasizes the home's connection to the sky.

Voluminous High Ceilings

The towering architecture creates an airy, grand atmosphere that emphasizes the home's connection to the sky.

Challenge

The Precision of Remote Craftsmanship Building a structure with high-volume glass and heavy, premium hardwoods like Maçaranduba in a dense jungle environment posed a massive logistical challenge. Transporting large materials through the canopy without disturbing the ecosystem required surgical precision and specialized labor.

Solution

Sustainably Integrated Design We utilized a low-impact construction method, assembling the primary timber frame on-site to preserve the surrounding old-growth trees. By pairing the natural strength of the Brazilian wood with structural glass, we created a residence that feels as though it was grown from the forest floor rather than placed upon it.